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This shot was taken at the top of a nearby hill in country Tasmania, and also includes 3 subtle photoshops used to erase out several steel water tanks.Related content
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3wyl [2018-06-12 17:34:51 +0000 UTC]
Hmm... I would place this in Photography -> Animals, Plants and Nature -> Landscapes
From a natural landscape perspective, this is pretty awesome. I like how the hills kind of roll forward, rolling down before rolling up, and then down again. Although we are not elevated to a high perspective, we can still see the make of the landscape from our vantage point, and it's a lovely one indeed. The "3 subtle photoshops" is pretty neat, since I can't see what you've done, though perhaps a more discerning eye would wonder why shadows are created from a seemingly empty spot (towards the right).
The landscape seems mostly unbroken (barring the track path), so to imagine several steel water tanks kind of ruins the image. It is a shame for man to alter nature in such a fashion, because, as you've done here, if you just view nature, it's a beautiful sight.
I like how there are several parts to the composition here, from the open sky (few clouds there!), mountains in the distance, land and trees. I would say that, since there isn't much going on in the sky, the piece could be improved by angling the camera downwards to capture more of the land. You could also lower yourself down for a different view too.
As for the track path, it's cool how that eventually disappears off into the horizon. I like how you've included the trees on the left side to add a bit of structure to the image. Without it, we would be a bit loose with all that land vs. sky.
It seems it was a sunny day, emphasized by all the yellows and greens. I'd be interested to see this on a day that has a stunning sunrise/sunset, as it would add more to the scene. That said, an open sky with a few wispy clouds aren't bad either. One gets a sense of the heat from it all.
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Headzor In reply to 3wyl [2018-06-14 04:52:17 +0000 UTC]
Thank you very much
In retrospect i should have made this into a panoramic picture because it is a really wide vista. I will also try a few different perspectives as well, weather or not there are clouds in the sky.
You have given me a lot of great idea to try next time i am there.
Also, the photo shopping was quite minor and amongst the grass near the foreground. That shading in the trees towards the right and back is all natural, i have a comparative shot in my collection to check out as well, totally unedited.
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3wyl In reply to Headzor [2018-07-01 00:10:34 +0000 UTC]
Sounds pretty awesome! It's always good to take a few different shots of the same thing, just for different perspectives and so on, but I know many people don't do that for all kinds of reasons.
Probably the best kinds are the ones that are minor and subtle. Nicely done!
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HazelRose3637 [2018-04-12 21:41:35 +0000 UTC]
Hi, there! I'm from
I love wide views, and you have a great shot of the distance from a higher angle. I'm not as familiar with the Golden Rule or the Rule of 3's for photography, but from looking at the picture, it feels balanced, with the sweeping hills in the background and the brighter trees framing the side. Also, I have to give you props for you Photoshop skills. I zoomed in on the picture and couldn't tell where the water tanks used to be
The only nitpicky thing I have to say is that maybe have a bit more color. I know this is more brush/grassy area, but if there are any flowers or birds or anything around that could add even an accent color. But that's a nitpick. Overall, I like this shot a lot
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Headzor In reply to HazelRose3637 [2018-04-13 01:53:25 +0000 UTC]
Thanks!
I haven't learnt anything about different colours within Photoshop as yet (although i have in Lightroom). Saturating this photo with some more colour will be a learning experience
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AzzouBK [2018-04-12 14:21:06 +0000 UTC]
Hi, It looks great, But since you asked for criticism I have to say that it's a bit bright and the colors are dull, I suggest retouching it in PS, But it's a great picture Nice work !
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Headzor In reply to AzzouBK [2018-04-13 01:53:45 +0000 UTC]
Thank you I will have a go at that and see what the results are like.
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